Chelsea are expected to have a very busy summer transfer window, with manager Thomas Tuchel attempting to mould the squad into one that represents his identity.
The Blues are fully expected to strengthen their backline given the fact that a fair few current first-team members have doubtful futures.
Antonio Rudiger, Andreas Christensen and Cesar Azpilicueta are all out of contract this summer, and at this stage it looks likely that all three will leave Stamford Bridge, to the disappointment of fans.